Fed expected to hold rates steady as oil tops $100 amid Iran crisis. Micron (MU) earnings, FedEx results, and Nvidia GTC highlight busy market week. The post Market Preview: Federal Reserve Meeting, Oil Surge Past $100, and Micron (MU) Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.

We were skeptical, but what about the highly utilized AI solution?

At 8:30 a.m. EST on Sunday, bitcoin traded near $71,754 on March 15, 2026, consolidating within a narrow $70,540 to $71,893 intraday range while the broader technical picture leaned mildly constructive. With a market cap of $1.44 trillion and 24-hour trading volume above $22.5 billion, the world’s largest cryptocurrency continued to hover inside a well-defined […]

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XRP saw a substantial increase on Ledger that might mark the moment of continuation for the asset.

Why Choose Between and for a Long-Term Hold? In the fast-moving world of crypto, seven years feels like forever. But for smart investors, it’s the perfect time to plant seeds for big growth. If you have $3,000 to invest today, […] The post Smarter $3,000 Crypto Buy Right Now: XRP or Ethereum for the Next 7 Years? appeared first on Blockmanity.

XRP Ledger moves toward bank-grade confidentiality. Top XRPL contributor Vet explains how zero-knowledge proofs and the new token standard balance user privacy with regulatory auditability.

Shiba Inu is about to break the 81 trillion threshold despite coming closer to multiple breakout zones.

The Ethereum Foundation (EF) announced that it has completed an over-the-counter (OTC) sale of 5,000 ETH over the weekend. According to the organization’s disclosure, proceeds from this sale will be directed towards its core operations and other activities. Ethereum Foundation Sells $10 Million In ETH To BitMine In a March 14 post on the social […]

Nvidia (NVDA) dominates AI chips with superior margins and ecosystem. AMD challenges but trails. Compare both stocks to determine your best AI investment. The post Nvidia (NVDA) vs AMD: The Ultimate AI Stock Showdown for 2025 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ciena (CIEN) stock gains TD Cowen Buy rating with $425 target after beating Q1 estimates. Revenue jumped 33% YoY as AI datacenter demand accelerates. The post Ciena (CIEN) Stock Named Top Pick by TD Cowen with $425 Price Target appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ark Labs secured $5.2 million in seed funding led by Tether to scale its Arkade infrastructure for programmable bitcoin transactions. Ark Labs announced on March 12, 2026, the closure of a $5.2 million seed round in Lugano, Switzerland, to expand its Bitcoin-based financial infrastructure. The round features prominent investors including Tether, Ego Death Capital, and […]

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XRP is entering its fourth day of rise, proceeding to the higher bound of its recent trading range.

Over the last day, the Bitcoin price has displayed sideways movement, without any apparent intent of a breakout. While this is a typical weekend price action, there has been an interesting update on the underlying dynamics keeping the flagship cryptocurrency grounded around $70,000. Related Reading: DOJ, Europol Freeze $3.5M In Crypto After Dismantling Global Proxy […]

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The cryptocurrency market is not as friendly as we might have wanted as fear among investors is still stronger than desire for risk.

Trump rejects Iran's ceasefire proposal, strikes Kharg Island oil terminal, and calls for coalition to reopen Strait of Hormuz as oil prices near $100/barrel. The post Trump Turns Down Iran Ceasefire as Crude Hits $100 Amid Hormuz Blockade appeared first on Blockonomi.

Nvidia (NVDA) stock gains analyst support before GTC 2026. Wells Fargo cites strong historical returns while Bank of America holds $300 target on the chipmaker. The post Nvidia (NVDA) Stock: Major Banks Turn Bullish Before GTC 2026 Conference appeared first on Blockonomi.

Meanwhile, PI continues to lose value daily, dropping below $0.20 despite the Pi Day celebration.

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The Bitcoin market has experienced some significant price relief in recent weeks. After a series of intense corrections that forced prices to a local bottom of $60,000 in early February, the premier cryptocurrency presently trades around $71,000, reflecting a 7.19% gain in the past month.  Meanwhile, the global markets have been heavily rocked by heightened […]

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Kalshi and Polymarket anticipate that the Democratic Party will sweep both the House and the Senate in the midterm elections slated for November. There is a close to 50% chance of this outcome, while the second option, where Democrats win the House but lose the Senate, reaches 37%. Blue Sweep: Prediction Markets Anticipate a Democrat […]

In this week’s edition of the weekly recap, Token2049 organizers postponed the Dubai edition until 2027 citing safety concerns from escalating Iran-Israel-U.S. tensions, Robinhood reported February crypto notional volumes increased 9% to $25 billion and the Ethereum Foundation published a…

Robert Kiyosaki, author of the global bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad, is urging his followers to "keep their powder dry" for a massive market crash.

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Bitcoin was (again) called dead six years ago during the COVID-19 flash crash and it's now lightyears ahead. Do you see any resemblance with the current landscape?

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Regulatory uncertainty around stablecoins may disadvantage banks, as crypto firms continue expanding while financial institutions wait for clearer rules.

The Crypto Crash and a New Dawn for Blockchain In 2022, the crypto world faced its toughest test. A fake stablecoin called Terra collapsed in May, sparking a massive sell-off that erased over $1 trillion from the crypto market. High […] The post Unveiling the FORTUNE CRYPTO 40: Top Blockchain Companies Ready to Dominate the Future appeared first on Blockmanity.

Metaplanet Inc. executes a Letter of Intent to invest up to $2.5 million (JPY 400 million) in JPYC Inc. to bolster Japan’s digital settlement infrastructure. Metaplanet Inc. announces on March 12, 2026, that it has executed a Letter of Intent to invest up to $2.5 million (JPY 400 million) in JPYC Inc., the issuer of […]

Only a few crypto tokens will experience price rallies and asymmetric upside, while broad altcoin market rallies are a thing of the past.

Solana (SOL) displays first bullish technical signal in two months as Grayscale makes investment case. SOL trades at $89, down 67% from peak. The post Solana (SOL) Flashes First Bullish Signal in Two Months While Grayscale Eyes Opportunity appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Pi Network launched its Token Launchpad MVP on Testnet, requiring projects to have working apps before issuing tokens. Protocol 20 upgrade gives the Pi blockchain the technical foundation needed to support smart contract functionality. The first KYC validator reward round distributed Pi at 0.0504 Pi per validation, 21 times the base mining rate. Kraken [...] The post Pi Network Marks 7th Anniversary With Major Ecosystem Releases on Pi Day 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Lily Liu says DeFi is the primary economic engine that gives non-Bitcoin blockchains a reason to exist. Liu draws on ancient and modern history to argue no vision reaches scale without a strong economic engine. Networks must be neutral, global, and performant to deliver open financial access to 5.5 billion users. Liu separates corporate [...] The post Solana Foundation President Lily Liu: DeFi Is What Gives Blockchain Its True Economic Purpose appeared first on Blockonomi.

Pharos Network’s RealFi Alliance expands with the intelligence partners cohort, introducing Dune, Alchemy and Anchorage Digital to provide the transparency and data-backed research required for institutional real-world assets ( RWA) adoption. Solving the Trust Gap Pharos Network, a financial Layer 1 blockchain, announced the addition of a specialized group of research, data, and institutional infrastructure […]

Coinbase (COIN) stock gained 1.18% to $195.53 on speculation of investment talks with Bybit. The potential deal remains unconfirmed by both parties. The post Coinbase (COIN) Stock Rises Amid Bybit Investment Rumors appeared first on Blockonomi.

Former UK PM Boris Johnson labeled Bitcoin a Ponzi scheme. Michael Saylor and crypto community members quickly responded with counterarguments. The post Michael Saylor Claps Back After Boris Johnson Brands Bitcoin a ‘Ponzi Scheme’ appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Ethereum Foundation sells 5,000 ETH to BitMine (BMNR) for $10.2M in OTC deal. Funds support protocol R&D and ecosystem grants under EF treasury framework. The post Ethereum Foundation Offloads 5,000 ETH to BitMine (BMNR) in $10.2M Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.

Middle East conflict forces F1 to cancel Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grand Prix. TOKEN2049 Dubai moved to 2027. Crypto sponsors like OKX and Crypto.com affected. The post Middle East Conflict Forces F1 Race Cancellations and Crypto Conference Delays in Dubai appeared first on Blockonomi.

The amount of Bitcoin held on cryptocurrency exchanges has plummeted to its lowest level in over eight years.

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Bitcoin (BTC) trades at $71,500, surpassing gold and S&P 500 returns two weeks into U.S.-Iran tensions. Whales accumulate as on-chain data points to $82K. The post Bitcoin (BTC) Price Crushes Gold and S&P 500 Performance During U.S.-Iran Conflict appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: World Liberty Financial’s Super Node program requires investors to stake $5M in WLFI tokens for 6 months. Spokesman David Wachsman clarified access is “preferential,” contradicting the original “guaranteed” language. The Trump family earned over $460M from World Liberty in the first half of 2025, per a Reuters analysis. White House Counsel confirmed Trump has [...] The post World Liberty Financial Offers “Guaranteed Direct Access” to Executives for $5 Million Token Lock appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Bitcoin MVRV Z-Score at −0.262 historically marks cycle bottoms and accumulation zones. Current Z-Score recovery to 0.469 indicates early-to-mid phase of potential bull market. Whale vs Retail Delta shows large holders reducing exposure while retail remains bullish. Historical patterns suggest deep undervaluation often precedes multi-year Bitcoin price rallies. Bitcoin MVRV Z-Score measures market value [...] The post Bitcoin MVRV Z-Score Signals Early Bull Market Recovery and Investor Activity appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: Vitalik Buterin says running two Ethereum daemons adds needless complexity for self-sovereign node operators.  Docker-based standardized wrappers could offer a short-term fix for easier Ethereum client deployment.  The Nimbus unified node project already merges both client types into one streamlined, manageable daemon.  Lean Ethereum consensus maturity may eventually enable a full architectural redesign of [...] The post Vitalik Buterin Pushes for Simpler Ethereum Node Architecture to Boost Self-Sovereign Access appeared first on Blockonomi.

Former Coinbase CTO Balaji Srinivasan calls for the development of robust cryptocurrency infrastructure to serve refugees and stateless individuals. Balaji Srinivasan, author of The Network State and former Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Coinbase, issued a social media call to action regarding digital tools for displaced populations. He argues that the crypto industry must prioritize […]

The project's co-founders celebrated with new product releases and promises in a video on X.

The Ethereum Foundation completed a $10.2 million OTC sale of 5,000 ETH to BitMine as part of its treasury management strategy to fund operations and ecosystem development.

Ethereum is facing a 57% probability of losing its status as the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency by the end of the year.

TLDR: Bitcoin nodes remain connected even if 72–92% of global submarine cables fail simultaneously. Random infrastructure failures rarely disrupt more than 5% of Bitcoin nodes worldwide. Targeting high-betweenness cables can fragment Bitcoin with only 20% of total cable damage. Top hosting providers supporting Bitcoin nodes could cause network disruption with just 5% capacity loss. Bitcoin [...] The post Bitcoin Network Can Survive 92% of Global Submarine Cable Failures, Study Finds appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: Strategy now holds 738,000 BTC, representing over 3% of total Bitcoin supply. Daily purchases average 1,940 BTC, exceeding post-halving Bitcoin issuance. Corporate treasury strategy allows public company to fund large-scale BTC accumulation. Strategy could surpass Satoshi Nakamoto’s holdings by 2027 if current pace continues. Strategy Bitcoin Accumulation has propelled the company into the top [...] The post Strategy Now Among Top 4 Bitcoin Holders, Alongside Satoshi, CoinBase and BlackRock appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: US President Trump calls for a global coalition to secure the Strait of Hormuz against Iranian disruptions. Iran allows selective shipping while blocking enemy tankers, maintaining strategic leverage. The US deploys 2,500 Marines and USS Tripoli to reinforce regional naval presence. Strait closure threatens global energy supplies and millions dependent on safe cargo passage. [...] The post US Deploys Marines and Warships as Iran Continues Strait of Hormuz Blockade appeared first on Blockonomi.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer the shiny toy of Silicon Valley demos—it’s becoming a global industrial project worth trillions, and analysts say the next phase of AI may transform everything from corporate profits to how work actually gets done. AI Moves From Tech Trend to Economic Engine Morgan Stanley researchers say AI has crossed […]

TLDR: Polymarket shows Ethereum may lose its #2 market cap position in 2026 at 57% probability. Solana’s growth in DeFi and apps challenges Ethereum’s dominance in the crypto market. Stablecoins like Tether steadily increase market cap, pressuring Ethereum’s ranking. Ethereum retains the largest DeFi ecosystem and layer-2 infrastructure despite market shifts. Prediction platform Polymarket now [...] The post Polymarket Shows 57% Probability Ethereum Could Lose Its #2 Crypto Spot in 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Bitcoin market divergence appears as crypto rises while stocks and metals fall simultaneously. U.S. equities lose around $2.4 trillion while Bitcoin climbs nearly 12.5% in the same period. Gold and silver briefly spike on conflict headlines before reversing sharply downward. Market behavior suggests liquidity pressures and capital rotation may drive crypto gains. Bitcoin market [...] The post Market Divergence: Bitcoin Climbs 12.5% While Stocks and Precious Metals Lose Trillions appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: Sui finalizes independent transactions in 0.4–0.5 seconds using an object-centric parallel execution model. Near’s dynamic sharding allows the network itself to expand capacity as on-chain demand increases over time. Stablecoins make up 40–50% of Sui’s DeFi activity, with total DeFi value surpassing $2 billion in 2025. Near’s Confidential Intents launched in early 2026, enabling [...] The post Sui vs Near: How Two Blockchain Networks Are Taking Different Roads to Scalable Infrastructure appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Crypto market cap is trading near a historic demand zone that supported the 2022 bear market bottom. Market structure shows similarities between the current cycle and the 2021–2023 crypto market pattern. The latest correction of about 65% closely mirrors the magnitude of the previous bear market drawdown. If the support zone holds again, total [...] The post Crypto Market Cap Retests Historic Support as Cycle Pattern Reappears appeared first on Blockonomi.

Founders, lawyers and investors are still trying to make sense of MiCA. With our guest experts demystifying MiCA for you, get the upper hand and understand what the regulation is really about. MiCA Decoded is a 12-article weekly series for Bitcoin.com News, co-authored by Aaron Glauberman, Viktor Juskin, and Sabir Alijev, Co-Founding and Managing Directors […]

Santiment says the recent uptick in Bitcoin whale accumulation is a "positive reversal," and the platform is watching for retail selling to confirm a potential market bottom.

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A new research report suggests quantum computing poses a long-term risk to bitcoin but is unlikely to threaten the network anytime soon. Experts say advances will occur gradually, giving developers and investors time to implement post-quantum security upgrades. New Research Says Quantum Risk to Bitcoin Is Real but Not Immediate A new research report by […]

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This remains significant as it might indicate an increase in margin inflows as traders add to positions.

Following a disappointing performance in February, the Ethereum price has seen some semblance of relief over the past two weeks. With the steadying market condition, the “king of altcoins” has managed to hold its own around the psychological $2,000 level. This, expectedly, has been enough to rouse hopes in silent investors on the Ether token’s […]

TOKEN2049 Dubai, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency conferences, has been postponed from its original April 29–30, 2026 dates to April 21–22, 2027, due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East. Organizers made the announcement on Friday in light of regional tensions that have impacted safety, international travel, and logistics in the UAE. Although […]

The SEC's dismissal may embolden blockchain innovators but raises concerns about regulatory clarity and investor protection in decentralized finance. The post SEC drops fraud case against BitClout founder Nader ‘Diamondhands’ Al-Naji appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

U.S. regulators move to rein in fast-growing prediction markets as event-based derivatives gain traction, with the CFTC warning exchanges to strengthen surveillance, prevent manipulation, and ensure new contracts tied to real-world outcomes meet federal trading rules. CFTC Issues New Guidance Signaling Major Expansion for US Prediction Markets Growing interest in event-based derivatives has drawn new […]

Institutional interest in XRP exchange-traded funds is still growing, and these ETFS have already taken in more than $1.4 billion in cumulative inflows since launch. Interestingly, the latest regulatory disclosures reveal a surprising name sitting at the top of the list of investors.  Goldman Sachs, one of Wall Street’s most influential investment banks, has quietly […]

While many in the industry believe stablecoin rewards are the only sticking point for the US CLARITY Act, a crypto executive said more obstacles could appear.

Bitcoin’s credibility came under fire after former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson labeled the cryptocurrency a Ponzi scheme, prompting Strategy’s Michael Saylor to fire back and defend bitcoin’s decentralized design. Michael Saylor Pushes Back as Boris Johnson Triggers New Bitcoin Legitimacy Debate Debate over bitcoin intensified after former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson criticized the […]

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The Ethereum Foundation's ETH sale to Bitmine highlights its strategic focus on sustainable growth and decentralized network stewardship. The post Ethereum Foundation sells 5,000 ETH to Bitmine to fund operations and grants appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Boris Johnson, said he has always feared that Bitcoin is a “giant Ponzi scheme,” with the latest stories around the cryptocurrency appearing to prove him right. Former Prime Minister Johnson Calls Pokémon Cards A Better Bet Than BTC  In a March 13 Daily Mail column, former UK Prime […]

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Corporate demand for bitcoin is accelerating as publicly traded companies tap stock and preferred-share financing to accumulate supply, a trend some industry leaders say could significantly increase corporate demand for newly mined coins and potentially influence market dynamics. Wall Street Capital Floods Bitcoin as Corporate Treasuries Expand Holdings Corporate treasury demand for bitcoin is increasing […]

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Crypto bank Custodia has lost another legal battle in its campaign to review the Federal Reserve’s position as the final authority over granting master accounts. This development comes after the US Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit rejected the Caitlin Long-led digital bank’s request for rehearing after an initial favorable ruling for the Federal […]

Bitcoin’s outperformance against U.S. equities is reviving bullish sentiment across crypto markets, with Coinbase Institutional signaling that the industry may be moving beyond what it described as peak pessimism as participation and macro conditions begin shifting. Bitcoin Strength Sparks Institutional Optimism as Crypto Markets Eye Sustained Breakout Renewed strength in bitcoin relative to U.S. equities […]

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Two crypto courtroom sagas out of Manhattan delivered a pair of sharply different plot twists this week — one defendant walked away from the SEC’s fraud case for good, while another scheme’s legal fallout hit a wall when a federal judge tossed key racketeering claims tied to a church-linked investment disaster. SEC Dismisses Civil Fraud […]

Less than 1% of Australian crypto transactions were tied to illicit actors, even as the such entities in the country processed $50 billion in one year.

Ripple’s latest $750 million share buyback has split the XRP community in two. While some members see the internal buy-and-sell cycle as a sign of strength for both the crypto payments company and XRP, others argue that the move exposes a cycle that has always put retail XRP holders at the bottom of the food […]

Banks seek to deploy capital in the most efficient way possible, but capital rules under the Basel III framework make crypto holdings costly.

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Authorities pulled the plug on the Socksescort proxy empire, freezing $3.5 million in crypto and exposing a global router botnet. U.S. and European authorities have dismantled Socksescort, a residential proxy network powered by AVRecon malware that quietly hijacked more than 369,000 devices across 163 countries. Operating since 2020, the service sold access to infected home […]

As the current U.S. administration continues its "crypto-first" agenda, World Liberty Financial, the digital asset venture closely linked to Donald Trump, has sparked a fierce debate on March 13, 2026.

U.S. regulators are weighing how blockchain-based equities could reshape markets, as SEC leaders signal potential pilot programs and exemptions that may open the door to tokenized stock trading while regulators grapple with settlement rules and investor protections. Wall Street and Blockchain Collide as SEC Explores Tokenized Equity Framework Regulators are evaluating new frameworks for blockchain-based […]

Bonk.fun, the Solana-based meme coin launchpad learned the hard way this week that even decentralized dreams still rely on very centralized web doors — and someone briefly kicked one open. As of this weekend, the domain still remains compromised. Solana Platform Bonk.fun Compromised in Domain Hijack Bonk.fun, a community-driven token launch platform tied to the […]

Spot Bitcoin ETFs pulled in $53 million in a single day this week, pushing monthly inflows past $1.16 billion — a sharp reversal after four straight months of outflows that drained more than $6 billion from those same funds. Related Reading: Tax Policy, Not Technology, Is Blocking Bitcoin Payments, Advocates Say ETF Inflows Signal A […]

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Crypto losses fell to $49M in February, but attackers are shifting toward phishing and user manipulation, says Nominis.

American billionaire and investor Stanley Druckenmiller has postulated that stablecoins will play a central role in the US payments system in the next decade. However, the philanthropist and former hedge fund manager remains skeptical about regular cryptocurrency. Related Reading: Trump Memecoin Dangles Mar-A-Lago Access As Token Price Spikes 34% Stablecoins Drive Productivity, Druckenmiller Says In […]

Dogecoin’s price has remained range-bound above the $0.086 support but has been unable to break above the 21-day SMA.

TLDR: The 2Y SMA/2 is derived by halving the two-year simple moving average and has marked bottoms across BTC, ETH, BNB, and XRP. Solana, Dogecoin, and Cardano have already reached the 2Y SMA/2, placing them in historically deep discount territory this cycle. Chainlink tested the 2Y SMA/2 with precision and posted a bounce, reinforcing its [...] The post 2Y SMA/2: The Crypto Bear Market Indicator That Has Called Every Major Price Bottom appeared first on Blockonomi.

CZ goes after Etherscan for displaying spam transactions from address poisoning scams, stating block explorers should filter out the malicious transfers completely. The former Binance CEO posted on X that TrustWallet already implements this filtering, while Etherscan continues showing zero-value…

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) extended their inflow streak to five consecutive days with $180 million in new capital. Ether and solana ETFs also posted gains, while XRP ETFs recorded no trading activity. Inflow Momentum Continues as Bitcoin, Ether ETFs Stay Green The steady march of institutional money into crypto ETFs continued to close out the […]

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TLDR: IOTA’s code reveals a three-tier securitization model mirroring traditional structured finance architecture. The infrastructure could support invoice factoring, SME lending, and energy project financing on-chain. Analysts link the testing to SALUS and ADAPT platforms operating within the AfCFTA trade framework. No IOTA Foundation statement confirms the purpose, but the architecture suits digital capital markets. [...] The post IOTA Tests Securitization Infrastructure That Could Reshape Real-World Asset Finance on Blockchain appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cloud mining narrative shifts toward AI infrastructure as platforms like NOW DeFi attract renewed investor interest. The narrative around crypto mining is shifting. Expansion into the U.S., stronger compliance messaging, and the integration of AI into mining infrastructure are pushing…

Johnson said that he could understand why gold and Pokémon cards have investment appeal but not Bitcoin, which he characterized as a scam.

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Ripple just expanded its stablecoin payment infrastructure for banks and fintech companies across the globe, and the XRP price prediction is getting louder. Historical data shows XRP trading in a descending channel from its $3.6 peak, and analysts project a potential rally to $8.6 by Q4 2026 if the pattern breaks. That sounds impressive until [...] The post XRP Price Prediction Points to $8.6 Rally as Ripple Expands Stablecoin Stack, but Pepeto’s Listing Math Could Erase These Returns Before XRP Even Moves appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Over 240,000 ETH worth approximately $480M has been accumulated by whales since early March 2025. BlackRock’s ETHB ETF on Nasdaq lets institutions earn yield by staking 70–95% of their ETH holdings. Rising Ethereum active addresses during a price decline mirror historical accumulation patterns seen since 2022. Shrinking ETH exchange supply combined with whale buying [...] The post ETH Whale Accumulation Hits Record Highs as BlackRock Staking ETF Launches on Nasdaq appeared first on Blockonomi.

Meanwhile, Russia reportedly became the first country to send aid to Iran since the war began.

TLDR: Coinbase and Bybit are in early-stage investment talks, with no official confirmation from either party yet. Bybit’s valuation is estimated at around $25 billion, mirroring ICE’s recent investment deal with OKX. The partnership could give Dubai-based Bybit a fully regulated entry point into the US crypto market. COIN stock rose 1.18% on the news, [...] The post Coinbase and Bybit in Investment Talks: Could Bybit Finally Enter the US Crypto Market? appeared first on Blockonomi.

A popular crypto analyst has revealed that Bitcoin still stands a chance at reclaiming $95,000 despite the short-term price dips if it is able to maintain a close above $73,726.

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Ethereum is still in recovery mode, but the rebound is starting to look more organized than before. The asset continues to hold above the February base and is pressing closer to a key breakout area, which suggests buyers are gradually gaining confidence even if the larger trend has not fully turned yet. Ethereum Price Analysis: […]

BTC faces bull trap risks due to the formation of a bear flag pattern, with a measured downside target at around $51,000.

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President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States and allied nations are preparing to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz to keep the world’s most critical oil chokepoint open as the Iran conflict threatens roughly 20% of global petroleum flows. Strait of Hormuz Flashpoint: Trump Calls for Warships as Iran Targets Shipping Trump’s […]

A New York resident lost close to $1 million in cryptocurrency. That single case became one of the clearest examples of the damage done by SocksEscort — a for-hire proxy service that gave criminals across the globe a way to hide while they stole. Related Reading: Trump Memecoin Dangles Mar-A-Lago Access As Token Price Spikes […]

Pi Network, a token technically related to Stellar, crashed 30% in a matter of hours.

Ethereum and Solana are currently leading developer activity in the crypto space, while developer activity in the broader ecosystem declines. This comes as prices continue to struggle with the ongoing war between the U.S. and Iran, which is sparking rising oil prices.  Ethereum And Solana Lead Developer Activity Amid Broad Decline Artemis data show that […]

Over the past seven days, the stablecoin economy padded its coffers with another $2.983 billion, gliding past the $315 billion threshold this week. Among the ten largest fiat-pegged tokens by market capitalization, Circle’s Treasury-fund stablecoin USYC posted the biggest weekly gain, climbing 13.9% over the same stretch. Top 10 Stablecoins Control 94% of a $315B […]

The crypto casino market has matured enough to produce its own internal rivalries. This is no longer about whether crypto gambling can work — that question was answered years ago. The question now is which crypto-native platform does it best. Stake.com has held the crown as the most recognised name in crypto gambling for some [...] The post Stake.com and ZunaBet: Which Crypto Casino Deserves Your Deposits in 2026? appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP sees continued demand despite the sudden price drop as payment activity on XRP Ledger surges by over 15% in 24 hours.

Micron (MU) stock jumps on $500 price target, triple-digit memory price increases, and sold-out HBM capacity through 2027. Q2 earnings expected to surge 460%. The post Micron (MU) Stock Soars on Record Price Targets as Memory Demand Explodes appeared first on Blockonomi.